The Best Mother’s Day Gifts, All $100 or Less

“Mom, you were right!” That sentence might be the greatest gift you can give your mother. My mom spent years trying to convince me to travel with a fanny pack and I only wish I took her advice sooner. A fanny pack is the purse’s much more convenient little sister; it keeps your essentials handy while leaving both of your hands completely free. Whether Mom already has a handy fanny pack or has been looking for one to call her own, this one from Dagne Dover will be a welcome addition to her wardrobe. It’s made of a durable neoprene and features thoughtful compartments to keep all of her belongings organized.

Give the gift of great memories with a custom photo book. This one from Artifact Uprising has a simple design that’s easy to personalize with photos of all of her favorite moments. Not sure what to fill it with? You can do a year in review, photos of all of her friends and family members, a recap of a family vacation, and so much more. It’s a thoughtful gift that she can flip through and reminisce for years to come.

I’m of the mind you can never have too many candles, which is what makes them amazing gifts. Otherland’s candles smell as good as they look. The seasonal Garden Party collection is particularly dreamy, with fresh takes on floral fragrances and bright, fanciful packaging to match. With six unique scent combinations, you’re sure to find one that Mom will love.

You can never go wrong gifting flowers. Unlike your typical bouquet, an orchid will last for years (some last up to 20!) giving mom the gift of pleasant floral fragrances and flower-induced happiness for years to come. This orchid from The Sill comes in a simple white planter and is super easy to care for.

Let Mom indulge in a new weekly ritual with the help of The Renewal Mask. Tsubaki seed oil, the hero ingredient, deeply hydrates each strand of hair. It also promotes smoothness, fullness, and elasticity to give Mom the luscious locks she deserves. It works for all hair types, but is especially helpful for those with over-processed, bleached, or damaged hair.

Help mom up the ante on her at-home coffees and teas with this small stainless steel frother. It’s USB chargeable so she never has to worry about it dying on her. With the click of a button she can turn her morning matcha or cup of joe into something frothy and extra delicious.

WTHN’s Acupressure Mat Set uses the traditional principles of acupressure to help relieve tension, improve sleep, boost energy, and deepen relaxation. The mat, and matching pillow, feature gentle stimulators that activate points across the body to give a true acupressure session from the comfort of her own home. It even comes with a linen carrying case so she can take it on the go and a how-to guide so she knows exactly how to use it.

Get mom ready for her next pickleball game in style with a fresh new paddle from Recess. There are over 16 fun colors and patterns to choose from, including some limited edition options.

If you know she’s been wanting to learn more about a certain subject, check out a new author, or pick up a new bestselling title, a book is a great gift. Bookshop.org is my favorite place to buy books and a great place to start your search. The site aggregates selections from indie bookstores across the nation, making it easy to support small, local businesses from wherever you are. If you need some inspiration to get started, check out our latest edition of Quality Reads.

Excite an adventurous palette with this trio of small-batch, handmade jams. Choose from either the Marmalade & Spice (Lemon Saffron, Chili Pepper, Rosemary Grapefruit) or Berry & Cherry (Cherry Chai, Blueberry Sumac, Strawberry Lemongrass) gift set. Mom can pair them with toast, waffles, cheese and crackers, or use them to make dipping sauces and marinades — the options are endless.

If Mom takes pride in her well-curated skincare routine, this one’s for her. Cult-favorite skincare brand Biologique Recherche has a lot of hype, but it’s totally worth it. Masque Vivant is one of the brand’s most-loved products — and for good reason. It’s loaded with purifying ingredients that reduce breakouts and even out skin tone.

If she’s looking to deviate from her signature fragrance and try something new, check out Snif. With notes of black tea, vetiver, bergamot, and saffron, the Show Pony scent is warm, smooth, and shrouded in mystery. If her vibe is something brighter and fresher, Snif has plenty of other affordable fragrances to choose from.

I love a heart motif, especially for a Mother’s Day gift. These small, subtle studs will seamlessly blend into her current earscape. Choose from either 14K- yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold metal and then pick one of the 12 enamel shades.